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KUJ 155J

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

29,001 mi
Last recorded29,001 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUJ 155J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 29,001 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 29,001 miles

Headlamp aim too high both side (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 28,960 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 28,960 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 28,942 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 28,934 miles

Front Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 28,923 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2013 28,886 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jul 2013 28,886 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2011 28,868 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Aug 2010 28,831 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 28,831 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 28,788 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 28,788 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Front Ball joint fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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KUJ 155J is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 82,227 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KUJ 155J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 26 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KUJ 155J registered?

KUJ 155J is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is KUJ 155J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUJ 155J shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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